How Florida uses drones, radiation & GMOs on mosquitoes
Florida is revamping its war on disease-carrying mosquitoes by deploying autonomous drones, radiation-sterilized insects, and genetically modified organisms to collapse invasive pest populations. Lee County Mosquito Control Communications Director Jenifer McBride joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the high-tech tactics being used in Florida's war on mosquitoes.
Florida is revamping its war on disease-carrying mosquitoes by deploying autonomous drones, radiation-sterilized insects, and genetically modified organisms to collapse invasive pest populations. Lee County Mosquito Control Communications Director Jenifer McBride joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the high-tech tactics being used in Florida's war on mosquitoes.
FL Sports Betting: Prediction markets vs Seminole monopoly
While DraftKings Sportsbook remains illegal in Florida under the Seminole Tribe's compact, federal prediction markets operate in a legal gray area to challenge the state's betting monopoly. Dr. Adrien Bouchet, Director and Chair of the DeVos Sports Management Program at UCF, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the difference, and why it matters.
While DraftKings Sportsbook remains illegal in Florida under the Seminole Tribe's compact, federal prediction markets operate in a legal gray area to challenge the state's betting monopoly. Dr. Adrien Bouchet, Director and Chair of the DeVos Sports Management Program at UCF, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the difference, and why it matters.
Trump issues "annihilation" warning to Iran at UN
Speaking at the UN General Assembly, President Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, offering a post-midterm peace deal to help rebuild the nation or facing total "annihilation" through continued military action. Dr. Houman Sadri, Director of Educational Affairs at the Informational & Policy Analysis Center, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what happens next in the Middle East.
Speaking at the UN General Assembly, President Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, offering a post-midterm peace deal to help rebuild the nation or facing total "annihilation" through continued military action. Dr. Houman Sadri, Director of Educational Affairs at the Informational & Policy Analysis Center, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what happens next in the Middle East.
The Miami Dolphins might not win a game
Tim Walters, Sports Editor with the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the top college football and NFL storylines.
Tim Walters, Sports Editor with the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the top college football and NFL storylines.
How should Orlando plan the future of downtown?
Orlando District 5 City Commissioner Shan Rose joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss her opinion piece published in the Orlando Sentinel advocating for a 36-month moratorium on development in downtown Orlando to make sure the city can find its identity and what it wants to be when full-scale development and building resume.
Orlando District 5 City Commissioner Shan Rose joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss her opinion piece published in the Orlando Sentinel advocating for a 36-month moratorium on development in downtown Orlando to make sure the city can find its identity and what it wants to be when full-scale development and building resume.
Defense rests in Vickie Williams double-murder trial
It's day 6 in the trial of Vickie Lynn Williams; the woman charged with the stabbing deaths of an elderly Mount Dora couple on New Year's Eve three years ago. The defense has rested its case today, and both sides are set present closing arguments Tuesday morning. FOX 35's Marie Edinger joined Garrett Wymer live for the latest.
It's day 6 in the trial of Vickie Lynn Williams; the woman charged with the stabbing deaths of an elderly Mount Dora couple on New Year's Eve three years ago. The defense has rested its case today, and both sides are set present closing arguments Tuesday morning. FOX 35's Marie Edinger joined Garrett Wymer live for the latest.
Ormond Beach PD provide updates on officer shooting
The Ormond Beach Police Department provided updates Monday afternoon on a multi-agency investigation that led to an officer-involved shooting. Officials say 40-year-old suspect Michael Hightower shot a police officer in the leg during a physical altercation at a Daytona hospital before being taken into custody. The officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and Hightower now faces charges including two counts of attempted felony murder. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full news conference.
The Ormond Beach Police Department provided updates Monday afternoon on a multi-agency investigation that led to an officer-involved shooting. Officials say 40-year-old suspect Michael Hightower shot a police officer in the leg during a physical altercation at a Daytona hospital before being taken into custody. The officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and Hightower now faces charges including two counts of attempted felony murder. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full news conference.
Senator Rick Scott joins Florida Live
Florida Senator Rick Scott joined FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss key state and national headlines—from his new "Rescuing America" economic initiative to escalating gas prices following overseas developments.
Florida Senator Rick Scott joined FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss key state and national headlines—from his new "Rescuing America" economic initiative to escalating gas prices following overseas developments.
President Trump announces plans for A.I. force, Czar
President Trump announced plans to establish a federal "AI Force" and appoint a dedicated "AI czar" to oversee technology development, framing the initiative as a way to protect the industry's economic growth while competing with China. Matt Rose, CEO of Tech Rage IT, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss what this could look like.
President Trump announced plans to establish a federal "AI Force" and appoint a dedicated "AI czar" to oversee technology development, framing the initiative as a way to protect the industry's economic growth while competing with China. Matt Rose, CEO of Tech Rage IT, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss what this could look like.
8 injured in Sanford shooting; suspect in custody
From an officer-involved shooting linked to an incident in Ormond Beach to the ongoing debate controversy surrounding Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly’s refusal to face Republican opponent Byron Donalds, big stories are developing across Florida. Plus, national discussions continue over artificial intelligence regulations, while closer to home, Sanford police are investigating a shooting at a neighborhood gathering that left eight people injured. FOX 35 reporter Chris Lindsay and news anchor John Brown joined Garrett Wymer live to break down today's top stories.
From an officer-involved shooting linked to an incident in Ormond Beach to the ongoing debate controversy surrounding Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly’s refusal to face Republican opponent Byron Donalds, big stories are developing across Florida. Plus, national discussions continue over artificial intelligence regulations, while closer to home, Sanford police are investigating a shooting at a neighborhood gathering that left eight people injured. FOX 35 reporter Chris Lindsay and news anchor John Brown joined Garrett Wymer live to break down today's top stories.
Recognizing Alzheimer's: Early signs & what to look for
September 21st is World Alzheimer's Day, a day to raise awareness of dementia and other Alzheimer's related diseases and conditions. Dr. Elizabeth Edgerly, Vice President of Care & Support at the Alzheimer’s Association, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wyer to discuss how to identify the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and understand the subtle behavioral and cognitive changes to watch for in loved ones.
September 21st is World Alzheimer's Day, a day to raise awareness of dementia and other Alzheimer's related diseases and conditions. Dr. Elizabeth Edgerly, Vice President of Care & Support at the Alzheimer’s Association, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wyer to discuss how to identify the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and understand the subtle behavioral and cognitive changes to watch for in loved ones.
David Jolly, Ashley Moody reject election debates
Davd Jolly, the democratic nominee for Florida governor, announced yesterday that he will not debate Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, despite both campaigns previously expressing intentions to share a debate stage. Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what comes next.
Davd Jolly, the democratic nominee for Florida governor, announced yesterday that he will not debate Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, despite both campaigns previously expressing intentions to share a debate stage. Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what comes next.
Why Orlando made Magnolia Ave a 2-way street
Dr Yue Ge, Public Administration Professor at UCF joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the reasoning behind the City of Orlando bringing Magnolia Avenue in downtown back to a two-way street, from its potential impact on business to the walkability of the neighborhood.
Dr Yue Ge, Public Administration Professor at UCF joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the reasoning behind the City of Orlando bringing Magnolia Avenue in downtown back to a two-way street, from its potential impact on business to the walkability of the neighborhood.
What is Cychlorphine? The new dangerous opioid drug
Dr. Alex Krotulski, the Director of Toxicology and Chemistry with the Center for Forensic Science Research and Education joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down cychlorphine, the potent new opioid drug on the streets and the recent overdose of a 16-year-old boy in San Francisco which led to the arrests of 4 suspects.
Dr. Alex Krotulski, the Director of Toxicology and Chemistry with the Center for Forensic Science Research and Education joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down cychlorphine, the potent new opioid drug on the streets and the recent overdose of a 16-year-old boy in San Francisco which led to the arrests of 4 suspects.
Florida man charged in prison murder-for-hire plot
FOX 35 Assignment Editor Caitlin Marlow and Anchor John Brown join Garrett Wymer to break down the top stories of the day, including a Lake County, Florida man charged with attempting to get another inmate to kill a witness who planned to testify against him in court.
FOX 35 Assignment Editor Caitlin Marlow and Anchor John Brown join Garrett Wymer to break down the top stories of the day, including a Lake County, Florida man charged with attempting to get another inmate to kill a witness who planned to testify against him in court.
Best ways to spend the weekend in Central Florida
Sarah Barkley, Social Coordinator with UNATION joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the top events and venues to spend time at this weekend in Central Florida, kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month.
Sarah Barkley, Social Coordinator with UNATION joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the top events and venues to spend time at this weekend in Central Florida, kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month.
Meet the first wild cat species discovered in 100 years
Dr. Robert Fitak, an associate professor of Biology with UCF joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the discovery of Leopardus tilcayo, a new species of wild cat in Bolivia. This is the first new feline species discovered in more than a century, which has spots reminiscent of larger tigers.
Dr. Robert Fitak, an associate professor of Biology with UCF joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the discovery of Leopardus tilcayo, a new species of wild cat in Bolivia. This is the first new feline species discovered in more than a century, which has spots reminiscent of larger tigers.
Did the Lindsay Clancy holdout juror break the law?
Lauren Cadilac, an attorney with Cadilac Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the aftermath of the Lindsay Clancy trial, where the judge declared a mistrial after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict after almost 40 hours of deliberations. Clancy was accused of killing her three children, but her lawyers argued she suffered from postpartum psychosis.
Lauren Cadilac, an attorney with Cadilac Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the aftermath of the Lindsay Clancy trial, where the judge declared a mistrial after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict after almost 40 hours of deliberations. Clancy was accused of killing her three children, but her lawyers argued she suffered from postpartum psychosis.
Dengue warning issued after Orange Co. mosquito cases
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County issued a official Mosquito-borne Illness Alert after detecting additional locally acquired dengue fever cases, triggering increased mosquito control spraying and surveillance across the county. Steve Harrison, Manager of Orange County Mosquito Control, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County issued a official Mosquito-borne Illness Alert after detecting additional locally acquired dengue fever cases, triggering increased mosquito control spraying and surveillance across the county. Steve Harrison, Manager of Orange County Mosquito Control, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
Immigration attorney reacts to Alligator Alcatraz report
A newly released Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report uncovered startling details about conditions inside, including the use of phone-booth-sized metal cages used on dozens of detainees. Immigration attorney Elizabeth Ricci joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs to provide an expert's opinion on what this report means for future facilities.
A newly released Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report uncovered startling details about conditions inside, including the use of phone-booth-sized metal cages used on dozens of detainees. Immigration attorney Elizabeth Ricci joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs to provide an expert's opinion on what this report means for future facilities.